2008 Ford Focus 2.6L Petrol · SW08 XLM
2008 Ford Focus (2.6L, petrol). First registered 01 May 2008. Recorded mileage 59,714 miles. MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- FORD FOCUS
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Aberdeen
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 59,714 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SW08 XLM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/03/2026
- 59,714 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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SW08 XLM Mileage History
- 10/09/202151,164 mi
- 15/09/202254,201 mi+3,037 mi
- 15/09/202356,251 mi+2,050 mi
- 25/03/202557,881 mi+1,630 mi
- 21/03/202659,714 mi+1,833 mi
Average of roughly 1,889 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SW08 XLM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Ford Focus (SW08 XLM) between September 2021 and March 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 10 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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